There's nothing quite like that first glimpse of Madrid - the wide boulevards, grand buildings, and sunshine bouncing off centuries-old stone. With one easy ticket, you can sit back and soak up the city's sights from the comfort of a panoramic sightseeing bus. Take in everything from historic landmarks to modern icons at a relaxing pace. It's the perfect way to get your bearings in the Spanish capital and tick off the city's must-sees.

There are three routes to choose from and your ticket allows you to ride them all. Route 1 (Blue) dives into Historic Madrid. You'll roll past grand royal palaces, elegant plazas, and leafy boulevards like the Paseo del Prado – packed with art, architecture, and stories from Madrid's royal past. Expect wow-worthy views from the Royal Palace to the ancient Temple of Debod.

Route 2 (Green) takes you through Modern Madrid. Think bold buildings, buzzing shopping streets and the capital's contemporary side. Spot the iconic Puerta de Alcalá and get a glimpse of Real Madrid's famous Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.

Route 3 (Orange) will take you to discover Present-day Madrid. A vibrant itinerary through Madrid that highlights the city's most creative, dynamic and cosmopolitan side. From Neptuno and Puerta de Alcalá, passing through cultural landmarks such as Casa Árabe and the Goya district. The route continues through Colón and the lively Malasaña neighbourhood before ending at Callao and the iconic Gran Vía.

Angegebener Startpunkt stimmte nicht, Dauer der Route 1 war 60 statt 90 Minuten

Es gibt kein Hop on Hop off, nur eine Rundfahrt, das ist nicht dasselbe - und nur 1 Einstieg beim Prado, sodass sich dort alles zusammenschob mit Anstehen. Ich würde es nicht empfehlen, da kann man besser mit den öffentlichen Bussen fahren, z.B. Linie 001 vom Prado bis über den Plaza Espana zum Nulltarif und da kann man Ein- und Aussteigen, wo man will !!!!!!!!!! Keine Information, nur Werbung an den normalen Busstationen, wo die Busse der Citytour immer durchfuhren - sehr ärgerlich

Belle promenade, dommage que le hop on hop off ne soit pas proposé. Réservé sur internet. Le point de rendez vous indiqué sur la confirmation était complètement erroné.

Always recommend a city tour to get your bearings. This company provided 2 routes and well worth doing both. Thank you

Brilliant service and it's great that there are 2 route options. My only criticism is that it's not always indicated that City Tours stop at a particular place eg outide Hotel Riu Plaza Hotel. Once we had the map it was fine. Apart from that an excellent service.

Why you’ll love this…

Open-top buses give you great views and a relaxing way to explore
There are three routes covering both historic and modern highlights
You'll see icons like the Royal Palace, Prado and Bernabéu Stadium
Your ticket includes a guided walking tour for a closer look at the city

Important to know

Accessibility:

Buses are adapted for passengers with reduced mobility as they are equipped with an automatic access ramp, reserved space for wheelchairs with safety clamps and fastenings, and an extended ramp and kneeling system to the right of the bus

Know in advance:

Your ticket is valid for all routes for 24 hours or 48 hours after redemption, any day of the week
Please note that the itinerary may be subject to change due to events or celebrations in the city (cultural or sporting events, official acts or construction works)
You have the opportunity to join a guided walking tour of Madrid in English or Spanish. You can check information and reserve your spot using the QR codes available on the bus
Low season schedule (1 January to 14 March, 1 November to 31 December): Route 1 from 10am to 6.30pm / Route 2 from 10am to 6.10pm / Route 3 from 10am to 6.20pm
Mid-season schedule (15 March to 31 March, 16 October to 31 October): Route 1 from 10am to 7.50pm / Route 2 from 10am to 7.20pm / Route 3 from 10am to 7.20pm
High season schedule (1 April to 15 October. includes Easter Week): Route 1 from 9.30am to 8.30pm / Route 2 from 9.30am to 8pm / Route 3 from 9.30am to 8.00pm
Frequency: Route 1 - every 25-40 minutes (depending on the season) / Route 2 - every 35 minutes / Route 3 - every 35 minutes
Full loop duration: Route 1 - 85 minutes / Route 2 - 70 minutes / Route 3 - 75 minutes

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Air-conditioned double-decker, open-top bus
Multilingual digital audio system
Headsets (to hear the guide)

What’s not included

Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Pl. Canovas del Castillo, 2, Retiro, 28014 Madrid, Spain

Meeting point:

Departure and arrival in Plaza Neptuno next to the bus stop.

Provider

Julia Travel

What people say about this experience

4.3/5

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Based on 111 reviews

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3.7/5

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3.7/5

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4/5

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3.7/5

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5 stars (51)

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4 stars (47)

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11%

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Poldi
Travelled with family
17 June 2025
2.2
Germany
Angegebener Startpunkt stimmte nicht, Dauer der Route 1 war 60 statt 90 Minuten
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VG
Travelled with a group of friends
31 March 2025
2.6
Germany
Es gibt kein Hop on Hop off, nur eine Rundfahrt, das ist nicht dasselbe - und nur 1 Einstieg beim Prado, sodass sich dort alles zusammenschob mit Anstehen. Ich würde es nicht empfehlen, da kann man besser mit den öffentlichen Bussen fahren, z.B. Linie 001 vom Prado bis über den Plaza Espana zum Nulltarif und da kann man Ein- und Aussteigen, wo man will !!!!!!!!!! Keine Information, nur Werbung an den normalen Busstationen, wo die Busse der Citytour immer durchfuhren - sehr ärgerlich
T
TUI Musement Traveler
4 June 2025
4
France
Belle promenade, dommage que le hop on hop off ne soit pas proposé. Réservé sur internet. Le point de rendez vous indiqué sur la confirmation était complètement erroné.
J
Jacob
Solo traveller
11 April 2025
4.2
Netherlands
T
TUI Musement Traveler
31 August 2024
5
United Kingdom
Always recommend a city tour to get your bearings. This company provided 2 routes and well worth doing both. Thank you
T
TUI Musement Traveler
27 June 2024
5
United Kingdom
Brilliant service and it's great that there are 2 route options. My only criticism is that it's not always indicated that City Tours stop at a particular place eg outide Hotel Riu Plaza Hotel. Once we had the map it was fine. Apart from that an excellent service.